The director of Karaoke on the Maidan Vitaliy Zhdanko has passed away: what happened to the famous television figure

Last Saturday, August 30, we lost the director of the 'Karaoke on the Maidan' program, Vitaliy Zhdanko, who worked on this project for many years. This sad news was announced by host Igor Kondratyuk.

“It seems that Vitalik joined the program in 2001 and worked until the last episode. We have spent a long 18 years together on set! An honest, cheerful, sincere, sociable, and professional in his field...”

The late Zhdanko was an important member of the team, who not only worked on screen but also behind the scenes, creating promotional videos for various companies. In addition, he was actively involved in charity and helped raise money for various needs.

A Difficult Battle

In 2024, Vitaliy received a terrible diagnosis of brain cancer but did not give up and bravely began fighting the illness. However, although he did not lose hope, his condition gradually worsened, and unfortunately, he passed away.

“A year of fighting cancer passed with varying success, but the finale turned out to be fatal... Eternal and bright memory to you, our Vitalik! Sailed into eternity on his boat down the Dnieper. My heartfelt condolences to his wife Olena and two daughters,” said Igor Kondratyuk.

A Popular Show

The 'Karaoke on the Maidan' program was very popular in Ukraine and provided many people the opportunity to perform their favorite songs in front of an audience. It was a long-term project that lasted from 1999 to 2019, with host Igor Kondratyuk at the helm.

The news of director Vitaliy Zhdanko's death from cancer was a great loss for the 'Karaoke on the Maidan' team and his fans. Vitaliy was recognized not only as a professional in his field but also as an active participant in charitable events and a positive person. His contribution to the entertainment and charitable sector will remain immeasurable. The team and Zhdanko's fans pay their respects and express their sincere condolences to his family and friends.